NSW's First Fear Free® Certified Doggy Daycare & Boarding

Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare is proud to be recognised as the first Fear Free® Certified doggy daycare in New South Wales.

We chose to pursue Fear Free® certification because we believe dogs deserve more than simply being supervised while their owners are away. They deserve to feel safe, comfortable, and emotionally supported.

As pioneers of Fear Free® dog daycare in NSW, we believe a dog's emotional wellbeing is just as important as their physical care. Our goal is not simply to supervise dogs while their owners are away. Our goal is to create an environment where dogs feel safe, understood, comfortable, and genuinely happy.

Fear Free® is a science-based approach that focuses on reducing fear, anxiety, and stress through gentle handling, positive experiences, and a deeper understanding of canine behaviour and body language.

We are proud to be helping raise awareness of Fear Free® pet care throughout Sydney and the Macarthur region while setting the benchmark for compassionate, science-based dog daycare and dog boarding.

Because Fear Free® care isn’t just about what we do — it’s about how your dog feels while they’re with us 

What Is Fear Free®?

Fear Free® is a globally recognised education and certification program designed to help pet care professionals reduce fear, anxiety, and stress in animals.

Fear Free® training focuses on understanding canine behaviour, recognising body language, using positive reinforcement, and creating environments that support emotional wellbeing. Rather than expecting dogs to adapt to stressful situations, Fear Free® teaches professionals how to adapt the environment and handling techniques to better support the dog.

At Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare, Fear Free® is not simply a certification. It influences how we introduce dogs, manage social groups, provide enrichment, design our facilities, and care for every dog entrusted to us.

Why Fear Free® Matters

Many dogs experience stress when placed in unfamiliar environments or separated from their families. Stress can affect a dog's behaviour, confidence, appetite, sleep, and overall wellbeing.

Signs of stress may include:

• Pacing

• Trembling

• Excessive barking

• Hiding

• Withdrawal

• Refusing food

• Lip licking or yawning excessively

• Reactivity towards other dogs

Unfortunately, these signs are often misunderstood or overlooked.

Fear Free® care focuses on recognising these early signs and making adjustments before a dog becomes overwhelmed.

Our goal is not simply to keep dogs safe. Our goal is to help them feel safe.

What Fear Free® Looks Like at
Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare

Slow and Positive Introductions

We never rush introductions.

Every new dog is introduced gradually and at a pace that suits their personality, confidence level, and individual needs. This allows dogs to build positive associations and settle comfortably into our environment.

Small, Carefully Managed Social Groups

Dogs are grouped according to size, temperament, play style, and energy level.

This helps create balanced social groups and reduces the risk of dogs becoming overwhelmed.

Understanding Canine Body Language

Our team continuously monitors canine body language and behaviour throughout the day.

By recognising subtle signs of stress, we can intervene early and provide support before problems develop.

Choice and Control

Dogs have access to different play areas, quiet spaces, and rest opportunities throughout the day.

Providing choice helps dogs feel more secure and allows them to engage with their environment at their own pace.

Positive Reinforcement

We use rewards, praise, enrichment, and relationship-based handling techniques.

Fear Free® care focuses on building trust and confidence rather than relying on force, intimidation, or punishment.

Individualised Care

Every dog is unique.

Some dogs love social interaction, while others prefer quieter environments. We tailor our approach to suit the individual dog rather than expecting every dog to fit the same mould.

Setting the Standard for Fear Free® Dog Care in NSW

As the first Fear Free® Certified doggy daycare in NSW, we are proud to be leading the way in modern, science-based pet care.

Our commitment to continuing education, professional development, and evidence-based practices ensures we remain at the forefront of low-stress dog daycare and dog boarding.

We believe the future of pet care is about more than exercise and supervision. It is about understanding canine emotions, respecting individual needs, and creating positive experiences that support lifelong wellbeing.

Fear Free® Dog Daycare & Dog Boarding in Campbelltown

Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare proudly provides Fear Free® dog daycare and dog boarding services for families throughout Campbelltown, Macarthur, Camden, Narellan, Gregory Hills, Mount Annan, Menangle, Glen Alpine, Rosemeadow, Leumeah, and surrounding Sydney suburbs.

If you are looking for Fear Free® dog boarding, low-stress dog daycare, home-style dog boarding, dog boarding for anxious dogs, or dog daycare for nervous dogs, we would love to welcome your dog into our care.

Experience the Fear Free® Difference

We believe dogs deserve more than supervision.

They deserve to feel safe.

They deserve to feel understood.

They deserve to feel emotionally supported.

That is why every aspect of our dog daycare and overnight boarding program is built around Fear Free® principles.

Book an evaluation day and discover why so many Sydney families trust Sydney Pet Sitting & Doggy Daycare for compassionate, Fear Free® dog care.

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Bookings

Please contact us for bookings or enquiries.

• Mobile:  0411602400

• Email:  admin@sydneypetsitting.com.au

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